transformers

noun

plural of transformer
as in converters

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  1. engines
  2. machines
  3. motors
Noun
  • Blue Origin is enacting the same fixes for its New Glenn rocket engines, which use seven BE-4s, while having to also rebuild the pad at LC-36 before New Glenn can try and launch again.
    — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Local residents said some drivers spend hours revving their engines and accelerating modified vehicles along Woodward Avenue.
    — Terell Bailey, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of engines
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  • The lovely pool at the top of the property has a generous sunbathing area and fabulous views over the city and there’s a 24/7 gym up there with an al fresco area kitted out with brand new TechnoGym machines.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Aug. 2026
  • At the Legion in Brackenridge on Wednesday, the machines are their ticket to solvency.
    — Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of machines
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  • Because the Ariane 6 rocket is expendable, Europe must increase production of all of the vehicle’s elements, from its solid-rocket motors to first-stage engines, in addition to upper stages and payload fairings.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Hybrid cars utilize electric motors to burn fuel more efficiently by relying on electrical energy to drive power to the wheels as well.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of motors
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